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Jelly in the bath? No it is "Gelli Baff"!

29/4/2014

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Earlier in the year a friend told me about "Gelli Baff" ... a product that turns water into a jelly-like goo and back into water.  I searched for it in lots of stores but couldn't find it at any of the listed suppliers.   I stumbled across "Gelli Baff" at my local toy store when they discounted it recently.  

"Gelli Baff" is not recommended for children under 5 years of age unless they are supervised by an adult.  It should not be consumed. The manufacturer states that it is a "harmless powder which holds 400 times similar to its own weight and has similar properties to a disposable nappy".  The dissolving sachet is pure table salt.  

For more product information see http://www.gellibaff.com.au/

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Gelli baff turns water into jelly-like goo and back into water again.
In the "Gelli Baff" box you get two packets of powder.  It is a simple application.  Here's what to do...

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1. Fill the bath with 40 litres of water.
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3. Wait 5 minutes for the magic (we couldn't wait).
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2. Sprinkle the powder evenly into the water.
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4. Stir the powder into the water until it dissolves.
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5. Ready to play (can you see the density changing in the photographs?)

Miss 7 and Mr 3 were really excited.  Miss 7 leapt into the bath and immediately LOVED it.  Mr 3 dipped a toe and said "yuck...urgh it's slimey" and then was taken to the shower.

Here's the "Gelli Baff" in play...
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To really get an idea of the texture here is a short video.
To turn the goo back into water...
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Sprinkle "Step 2" powder that is provided evenly over the goo.
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Wait 5 minutes for the goo to turn back into water and stir (we were not good at waiting again).
This is a pretty cool product and I can see it used in a sensory play tray at home, childcare or preschool. It would also be great in an outdoor wading pool in summer.

I forgot to mention the colour changes as you add the "step 2" powder so we went from yellow to green.  There are other colour options too.  This will also interest those who like science looking at density and colour.  The colour does not stain the bath or your child.

Miss 7 reports that it felt like a "hug" in the water.  Mr 3 is a bit tactile defensive (reacts to touch sensations) and did not enjoy the experience.  We found that a rinse off in clean water was necessary for both kids after playing with "Gelli Baff".

Would your kids like Gelli Baff?  Try it and see!
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Gelli Baff - Blue to Purple Colour changing
Gelli Baff 600g Princess Twin Pack (Pink)
Note: I have not received any remuneration for this product review.  All opinions are comments are my own.  This post does contain affiliate links.
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Should I get a pencil "grip"?

27/4/2014

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A pencil grip is a small foam, silicon or moulded plastic attachment to a pencil to help a child (or adult) to have a functional grasp of the pencil.  There are several on the market and one size does NOT fit all. 

Choosing a pencil grip for your child will depend on a number of factors (including how their fingers are positioned on the pencil, movement of the fingers during writing, force exerted onto the pencil, does the child switch grasps during writing, the size of the child's hand, child's age, can they self correct their pencil grasp?).  An OT can help to assess these factors!

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Specialist Pencil Grips available from Pencil Grips Plus.
I have to start this post by saying that I try my best not to recommend pencil grips.  It may be very "un-OT" of me to say this out aloud but there it is.  

Hear me out... the reasons I don't like pencil grips:
* they go missing,
* children use them incorrectly whilst they are on the pencil,
* they are left at home or school and so can't be used in all settings,
* they do not always help with writing legibility,
* they are seen as the "ultimate help" for handwriting legibility and nothing else is implemented.
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Pencil grips are not always used correctly.

When working with a child who has an inefficient pencil grasp, I will ALWAYS try to encourage a dynamic tripod grasp by other means first.  Read about "pencil grasps" in my very first blog. 

I may try to encourage fine motor activities that help with pincer grasp and dissociation of the two sides of the hand (read more here), pencils with larger diameters, preschool crayons, triangular pencils, Edison chopsticks (read more here), small broken crayons, tongs, hole punchers, etc.  These recommendations are often made in conjunction with the use of a pencil grip.
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Dynamic tripod grasp and fine motor activities activities to encourage tripod grasp.

I recommend pencil grips in the following situations:- 
*  when an OT uses the grips during therapy sessions to monitor and guide an efficient pencil grasp,
*  used as a part of a OT plan to address fine motor and handwriting difficulties, 
* used with the supervision of a teacher and parent so the child uses the pencil grasp in all environments. 

So then, which one?  As each child is an individual, trial a range of pencil grips if possible. A sample pack of grips is an essential for any OT working with school-aged children.

Original pencil grips (such as the triangular grip, foam grip, gel ridge grip, stetro grip) provide a guide for finger placement on the pencil.  They help to reduce some pressure and may be of assistance to those who hold the pencil too close to the nib or too far away.  When a child has established the "wrong" pencil grasp for a long time then using these grips will not be helpful.  These grips can be helpful with preschool age children who are just learning about finger placement on the pencil.
 
The most effective pencil grips I have found are "Specialist Pencil Grips".  They guide finger placement and are likely to be used correctly by the child trying to alter their pencil grasp. 

Specialist Pencil Grips include: - 
The Pencil Grip
The Pencil Grip provides ergonomic support of the hand in a tripod position. It comes in two sizes with the larger size called the "Jumbo Grip". 

When these grips first hit the market they were the most recommended by OTs as they are comfortable, soft and allow for dynamic movement of the fingers. They are suitable for both left and right handers.
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The Pencil Grip...well liked by OTs.

The Crossover Grip and the "Grotto"
The Crossover grip is essentially "The Pencil Grip" with an additional wing over the top to prevent fingers or thumb from wrapping over.  The "Grotto" is very similar but is made from harder plastic and is less "springy" than the Crossover grip.

Both grips are suitable for both left and right handers.
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The Crossover Grip (left) and Grotto Grip (right). Note: Pencil placement is ideally resting on the webspace with wrist extended and resting on the page.

The Writing C.L.A.W (Controlling Letters of Adolescent/Adult Writers)
The Writing C.L.A.W consists of three small cups or pockets for fingers to be placed to achieve a dynamic pencil grasp.  The cups are each a different size and depth so it is easy to determine (for kids and adults) which finger belongs in each cup.  It allows for dynamic movement of the fingers in the tripod position because of the way the cups are joined by a small ring.  

I have found the C.L.A.W to be very popular with the kids I see, especially with kids who have been recommended other pencil grips in the past (ie. have a long term habit to change how they  hold the pencil).

The writing C.L.A.W comes in three sizes and fits both left and right handers.
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The Writing C.L.A.W pencil grip ... easiest to achieve correct finger position.

There are certainly lots of kids who benefit from using a pencil grip. Here are two examples of kids who have found pencil grips to help with pencil grasp and handwriting.

Child 1: Age 8 years 10 months.  He used 3 different pencil grasps within one assessment (lateral pencil grasp, static tripod with third finger tucked under pencil, dynamic tripod with hyper-extended index finger).  He also moved his hand as one unit whilst writing and held the pencil too close to the nib.  This child has found the Writing C.L.A.W holds his fingers into a good position.  Mum and teacher have found handwriting legibility has improved.
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Pencil grasp and writing sample from assessment.
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Using the Writing C.L.A.W. and writing sample using this pencil grip for 5 months.
Child 2: Age 5 years 3 months. Pencil grasp was too close to nib of pencil, hyper-extended index finger with wrap around thumb.  Too much pressure on the page during assessment although her handwriting legibility was reasonable.  Complaints of a "sore" hand after writing.  The writing C.L.A.W has helped to position fingers and allow for more dynamic movement of the first three fingers. 
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The Writing C.L.A.W pencil grip has helped with dynamic movement of the fingers.

Some children become frustrated when using a pencil grip as they have already established a habit of using an "inefficient" grasp.  For these children, check if handwriting speed or fatigue are factors with handwriting and trial different ways to encourage a dynamic tripod grasp.  Persist with a pencil grip as they have many years of writing ahead of them {even in this age of technology}.

Once a pencil grip has been chosen as being beneficial for a child, I like to slide it onto a stylus for use with tablet apps.  This is a great way to continue encouraging a dynamic tripod grasp as the ipad, iphone or android is usually very motivating.  See here for some reviews of ipad apps.

Has your child used a pencil grip? Which ones do you like?
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Note: I received no remuneration for this post.  I was given these Specialist Pencil Grips by Pencil Grips Plus Pty Ltd.  All comments, opinions and photographs are my own.
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Anzac Day Recipe: Anzac Slice

24/4/2014

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ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.  The soldiers in those forces quickly became known as Anzacs, and the pride they took in that name endures to this day.  ANZAC Day – 25 April – is probably Australia's most important national occasion.  It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War when the landed at Gallipoli, Turkey.

Anzac biscuits (or bikkies) have been associated with Anzac day as it is claimed the biscuits were sent by wives to soldiers because the ingredients do not spoil easily and the biscuits kept well during naval transportation.  We love Anzac bikkies!
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Image used with permission from www.cookerandlooker.com

Anzac Slice is made from similar ingredients to Anzac biscuits (rolled oats, flour, sugar, butter, coconut and golden syrup) and was named for that reason.  This recipe is easy for children to complete with each dry ingredient being a 1 cup measure.  Find the complete recipe for Anzac Slice at the Your Kids OT Shop.  The recipe contains a visual photo sequence for each step as well as a photograph attached for the ingredients and equipment needed.   

Here is a summary version of the recipe.
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Ingredients
125 g butter
1 cup self-raising flour
1 cup coconut
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 Tablespoon golden syrup

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Equipment needed
Mixing bowl
Spoon
Knife
Measuring cup
Measuring spoons
Microwave safe bowl
Baking tin (27.5cm x 17.5 cm approx).
Baking paper
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Method
1. Preheat the oven at 180°C (350°F).
2. Place butter in a microwave safe bowl.  Place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 1 minute.
Remove and set aside.
3. In the mixing bowl, pour flour, coconut, oats and brown sugar.
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4. Add the melted butter, egg and golden sryup.

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5. Stir with a spoon.
6. Line the baking tin with baking paper.  Pour the mixture in the baking tin.
7. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove and cool.  Slice into squares and serve.
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This slice is enjoyed all year round at our house (as are ANZAC biscuits).  It is our "go to" slice and is perfect for school lunch boxes or to share with others.  Try it today!  Happy baking and "lest we forget" this Anzac Day.  
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Product Review: IQ Twist

22/4/2014

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"IQ Twist" is single player game of logical thinking and problem solving.  Our family is going overseas soon so we are starting to think about what to pack!  Miss 7 brought "IQ Twist" with her on holiday last year and enjoyed challenging herself with this game on the plane.  It comes in a neat hinged box which keeps all the pieces together for travelling.

The game consists of 7 coloured pegs and 8 twisted puzzle pieces.  The twisted pieces are different shapes and have some parts with holes and others which don't.  

To play, you choose a challenge from the booklet which gives you a picture to guide placement of the coloured pegs.   Matching the coloured pegs to the board in the correct places involves good visual perceptual skills.  The pegs are small; encouraging a good pincer grasp and open web space when manipulating them. 

The aim of the game is to fit all the twisted puzzle pieces back into the board whilst matching the colours appropriately.  This challenge will require skills in visual discrimination and position in space.  It will also require good problem solving skills and some perseverance!

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There are 100 challenges ranging from easy to extremely difficulty... challenging adults as well as children.  Fortunately, there are solutions at the back of the booklet if you get really stuck.
Designed for kids 6 years old to adults, "IQ Twist" is a fantastic little game; perfect for those who love a challenge.  It is available from various stores for A$15.00 approx.  See Kidstuff, Five Senses Education or Amazon.
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Note: I have not received any remuneration for this post and the opinions expressed are my own.  Your Kids OT is an affiliate partner with Amazon therefore purchasing from Amazon will support this website.
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Not the Easter Rabbit but loveable Peter... an ebook review.

16/4/2014

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"Little Peter Rabbit had a fly upon his nose." With all the chocolate easter bunnies around at the moment, I couldn't help but think of the classic Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter.  Here is a lovely ebook adaptation for android, iphone and ipad that is very endearing.
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PopOut! The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Loud Crow Interactive Inc.
For iphone
A $4.99 
For ipad
A$4.99
For android
A $4.13
Android app on Google Play

PopOut! The Tale of Peter Rabbit ebook will read for you or you can read it by yourself.  The English reader is delightful and words of the book are highlighted as they are read.   The ebook has lovely sound effects and music.  Beatrix Potter's original illustrations are brought to life.  It features little tabs and spin wheels that are reminiscent of charming books where pictures pop up, move around or disappear.  This adaption to ebook appeals to all ages.  I'm gushing, can you tell?
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This ebook has received a number awards inlcuding the following.
★ Kirkus Top Book App of 2010 
★ iPad Hall of Fame 
★ Parents' Choice Gold Award 
★ Children's Technology Review Editor's Choice 
★ iTunes Rewind Top Interactive Storytelling App 
★ CTR Best Apps for Kids 2010 
★ Featured in the NY Times, Mashable, The New Yorker, NPR, FOX, NPR, School Library Journal 

I think this ebook is an example of new technology meeting old book classic and it works so well. Enjoy this ebook app with your children (or on your own) and have a happy and safe Easter.  I will be spending time with family and friends in the Blue Mountains of NSW so this blog will be quiet for a few days.  In the meantime, if you have missed a previous blog have a look at the archives for further app reviews or other school holiday ideas.
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Homemade: Craft inspired by the Sydney Royal Easter Show!

14/4/2014

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The Sydney Royal Easter Show is an opportunity for city dwellers (like myself) to experience a little "country" and I love it!  My kids love all the animal experiences - feeding the baby animals in the farmyard nursery, riding the ponies, milking the cow, watching the sheep being sheared, patting a pig, watching the sheepdogs round up the sheep and watching the animals being paraded in competition.

For me, the highlight is the "district exhibits" in the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome.  Each district display features more than 10,000 fruits and vegetables, grain and wool from the region they represent.  The displays are a work of art and involve months of planning.  Some schools also submit their mini version of a district exhibit and can be just as creative.
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Photo taken (by me) of a School Exhibit at the Sydney Royal Easter Show in 2013.
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Sydney Royal Easter Show Farmyard Nursery. Photograph used with permission from the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW.
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Sydney Royal Easter Show 2014 District Exhibit winner. Photograph used with permission from the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW.

This craft is inspired by the district exhibits found at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.  Instead of fruit and vegetables, we gathered some seed pods from the garden, lentils, rice and pasta. 
What do you need?
  • A canvas (can be purchased from craft or discount shops)
  • Craft glue (PVA or Mod Podge)
  • Pencil/crayon
  • Textural elements like seed pods, rice, lentils, dry pasta, etc

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What do you do?
  • Draw a picture or pattern (scribble works too) on the canvas.
  • Cover a small section of your picture with craft glue (be generous with the glue).
  • Place your textural element on your picture.  Repeat with other sections of your picture.

Drying time is quite a while (several hours, depending on how much glue is used).
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This is a "free form" craft and suits kids of all ages.  As you can see from the photographs, Miss 7 drew a picture and was quite precise with her layout and placement of textural elements.  Mr 3 was less precise, however still enjoyed placing the various textures onto the canvas {and yes he received help to spell out his name}.

Depending on your child's attention span, this is a craft that your child might start and then come back to at a later time or even on a different day.  You could introduce a new element for them to paste when they return.

The finished work might not be as stunning as a fruit and vegetable display from the Sydney Royal Easter Show, however, it provides a textural board for hands to explore.  The textures are really interesting when the glue has dried. It also makes a unique artwork for your child's bedroom wall or as a gift.  Ours are displayed above our fireplace (still not completed, mind you).  

This is the perfect craft to do over the school holidays, maybe after a visit to the show. Do you enjoy visiting the Sydney Royal Easter Show? What do you like best?  If you live somewhere other than Sydney - do you have something similar to our district exhibits?
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Photos used with permission from the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW.
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What's in your hand?

13/4/2014

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Uno is the game of choice in our household at the moment.  Miss 7 and Mr 3 like playing it over and over.  Mr 3 worked out pretty quickly to say "uno" when he has one card left.  It is teaching him about colours, numbers, turn taking and waiting.  

Little hands have trouble holding cards.  We road-tested a few options below.  Some were inspired by pinterest and others by what we had around the house.  

Miss 7's favourite card holder was the "cardboard brick" that has a slit that easily held her cards.  Mr 3 preferred the bridge from his train track set.  They both had difficulty managing the peg as they had to lay down the cards to add and take away cards.  We found the egg carton with slits made down the middle worked well.  The lego holder also worked well, however Miss 7 commented that others could see her cards easily.  The shoebox worked on the floor as the cards tended to lean forward.
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In a therapy situation, card holders would work well with children who are impaired on one side and need a support for their cards.  

Do your kids enjoy card games? Do they have difficulty holding their cards in their hands?  Have you tried any of these card holders or have you got one of your own?  
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Shaving Cream Sensory Play!

10/4/2014

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Ever had a pinterest inspired attempt at a craft and fail?  Guess which is mine?
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It looked so beautiful, it sounded so easy ... anyway moving right along, I'm an OT - flexible, creative, adaptable ... the post is now called "Homemade sensory experience with colour!" See it sounds better already.

Here is what we did.

Equipment needed
Shaving foam (cream)
Paper towel
Boiled eggs
Food colouring
Toothpicks
Glass plates/dishes
Oven tray

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1. Spray some shaving foam into a glass plate.

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2. Squirt 3 colours of food colouring randomly onto the shaving foam.
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3. Use a toothpick to marble the food colouring into the shaving foam.
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4. Roll the egg into the shaving foam mixture.
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5. Place the shaving foam covered egg onto a tray with paper towel to dry for 30 minutes. Remove shaving foam with paper towel for final dyed eggs.
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So our colour didn't really stick to the egg.  There are probably a few good reasons - our eggs were still warm from being recently boiled and I think the original eggs were white and maybe blown out so they were lighter than the shaving foam...

Well we certainly made a good coloured sensory mess and the kids loved it! They loved spraying the shaving cream, dropping the colour, mixing it with a toothpick and getting their hands into the mess. So as a homemade sensory experience with colour, it worked really well!

Have you had a Pinterest inspired fail? Have you got a tried and tested way of dyeing your eggs?  

Do your kids enjoy messy play?

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Note: Shaving foam should not be consumed.  Children should be supervised during this activity and it is not recommended for children less than 3 years of age.  I would not recommend consuming the egg after this activity.
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Re-purposing Tupperware "Shape-O"

8/4/2014

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"Tupperware Shape-O" a classic toy.
The "Tupperware Shape-O" is a classic toy that brings nostalgic memories for some (including me) of their early childhood. We have a Tupperware "Shape-O" that has been a little ignored and forgotten in our household as the kids are getting older.  I thought it was time to bring back the "Shape-O" and re-purpose it for now. 

The "Tupperware Shape-O" includes 10 shapes which are numbered 1 to 10.  There is the ball itself with holes for posting the shapes. 

Here is a round up of ways you can use your "Shape-O".

Learning shapes

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1. Trace the shapes onto paper to get an outline.  Ask your child to match the shape to the outline. A great way to encourage visual discrimination.
2. Place the shapes into a bag.  Ask your child to put their hand in the bag and feel a shape.  Ask them to identify the shape.  This ability to perceive and recognise an object using tactile cues without visual and auditory information is called stereognosis.
3. Draw or trace shapes on a doodle board, whiteboard or paper.  
4. Use shapes as cutters with playdough.
5. Form shapes using pipe cleaners.
6. Form shapes using straws.
7. Draw shape outlines with chalk on the ground outside.  Place the shapes in a bag.  When the shape is selected, child runs (or hops/skips/jumps/pushes on the scooter board) to the correct shape. This activity incorporates gross motor skills with learning shapes. There is an element of visual perceptual skill development "form constancy and position in space skills".
8. Throw the "Shape-O" ball onto the lawn.  Ask your child to identify the shape, run back to the shapes, select the correct one and post it into the hole.  Again incorporating gross motor skills with learning shapes. 

Learning numbers and counting!

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1. Line up your "Shape-O" shapes according to the number printed on the shape.  Place the correct number of short straws into playdough sections.  Count the straws.  Remove the straws and count the holes.
2. Stack small blocks inside the "Shape-O" shapes according to the numbers inside.
3. Use small objects (eg. marshmallows, sultanas, beads) to count out the numbers inside the shapes.
4. Place the shapes inside a paint palette.  Peg the correct number of pegs to the paint palette section corresponding to the number inside the shape.
5. Use a bingo paint marker to count out the numbers in each shape.

For babies...

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Babies will love to pull the scarf from the "Shape-O" ball.  They can watch the colours of the scarf and problem solve to get the scarf out. Older babies may like to poke the scarf into the holes. {Supervise your babies as any cord may be a choking hazard). 

Crawlers will love to go after the rattling ball with the shapes inside. They can push the ball to their grown up or around the room. 
Do you have a "Tupperware Shape-O"?  Have your children played with it recently?  Let me know if I've given you some ideas to take it out of storage and back into the rotation of toys. Have fun!
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Note: I have not received any renumeration for this post from Tupperware.
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Let's drive down a letter road...

6/4/2014

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"Letter roads" is a fun engaging way to encourage letter identification, familiarization and formation!  Each letter of the alphabet is a road with a black background and white road lines. The letters were created in NSW Foundation font.  There is a green starting dot and an arrow to indicate initial direction for correct letter formation.

Whilst becoming familiar with the alphabet, your child can also work on fine motor skills such as a pincer grasp or tripod grasp.  They can also use their favourite toys to help form the letters. 


Here are a few suggestions for how to use Letter Roads...

1.     Encourage your child to identify the starting point for each letter by finding the green dot.

2.    If your child is unfamiliar with letter formation, you may demonstrate the correction directionality.   Some children will require hand over hand assistance to obtain correct directionality.

3.    You may introduce one letter at a time or a group of letters according to the current goals for your child (eg. letter of the week, a child’s name, line letters, tall letters).  Refer to previous blog about Letter Families.

4.    Use your finger to draw along each letter road.

5.    Use a car or vehicle to drive along each letter road.
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Use a car to drive down the Letter Road.
6.    Use figurines or plastic animals to walk along the letter road.

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Dinosaurs on a letter road parade.
7.    Paint along the letter road using a paintbrush and shaving cream.

8.    Roll out playdough to place along the letter road.


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Playdough letter roads.
9.    Roll a marble or small ball along each letter road.

10.  Pour rice over the sheet and clear the letter road with a finger or paintbrush.
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Brushing rice away from letter roads.
11.  Write the letter using a dry-erase marker.  Use different colours and make a rainbow road. Write the letter next to the example.
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Writing using a dry-erase marker and letter roads.
Laminate your letter roads for durability, place them in a zip lock back, place them in a plastic sleeve or even place them into a plastic frame.  This is a fantastic resource for your child to learn letters and practise writing them.  It is also a great addition to the therapist's tool kit as you can vary the activity and grade it with various children.  

Purchase your own set of letter roads today at theYour Kids OT shop.

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Cindy is a registered occupational therapist practising in Sydney, Australia.  She has two growing children who are a constant source of inspiration and learning.  Cindy loves working creatively to help children to reach their potential, finding opportunities in everyday living and making learning fun. She is also addicted to making printables (even when they take a long time to complete).  Cindy is the author of the Occupational Therapy website and blog  Your Kids OT and Sensory Diet Activity Guidebook (ebook).  

Cindy is a member of the Functional Skills for Kids Therapy Team.  They have together published THE HANDWRITING BOOK, THE SCISSORS SKILLS BOOK and THE TOILETING BOOK.

​The information on this site is general in nature. The activities are safe for most children, however, you should consult an Occupational Therapist or health professional to address specific movement, sensory or other medical conditions. Affiliate links are used throughout this website to promote products I love and recommend. I receive a commission if any purchases are made through these links. Please see my disclosure policy for more details.

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